An HIV-positive client who refused treatment with AZT delivered a baby a few hours ago by cesarean birth. The infant's blood reports and HIV test result are pending. The client asks the nurse to help her with breastfeeding.
Which of the following is the most appropriate response by the nurse in this situation?
A) Explaining that breastfeeding can be initiated once the infant is started on antiretroviral treatment
B) Educating the client about the correct method of breastfeeding the infant
C) Enrolling the client and the newborn in a research-based program on HIV treatment
D) Informing the client about the increased risk of HIV transmission to her infant with breastfeeding
Question 2
The nurse determines that a 63-year-old female client is at increased risk for depression based on an understanding of which of the following?
A) Client's advanced age makes her more susceptible to depression.
B) Client may have previously neglected signs and symptoms of depression.
C) Client may have had a hectic and stressful lifestyle in her younger days.
D) Client could be currently leading a very sedentary lifestyle.
A nurse prepares a client for anesthesia and surgery.
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Nonverbal communications convey strong, powerful messages that may be negative or positive.
Example of simplified note for one-time client.
Measuring the client’s height with a platform scale
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